{"id":6144,"date":"2019-12-30T19:58:30","date_gmt":"2019-12-30T19:58:30","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.tripbeam.com\/blog\/?p=6144"},"modified":"2024-05-24T12:19:05","modified_gmt":"2024-05-24T06:49:05","slug":"american-airlines-restricted-items","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.tripbeam.com\/blog\/american-airlines-restricted-items","title":{"rendered":"American Airlines Restricted Items In-depth Guide"},"content":{"rendered":"<p id=\"uid3\">While traveling by air, you need to be cautious of the articles you carry with you. Since you will be flying many thousand feet above the ground, some items such as batteries can be hazardous. Hence, security and screening at airports are vital. Although most of the restricted items are similar, there may be some variations on account of different airlines.<\/p>\n<p id=\"uid5\">This article will serve as an in-depth guide for Airlines restricted items for the world\u2019s largest air carrier, American Airlines.<\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_83 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tripbeam.com\/blog\/american-airlines-restricted-items\/#American_Airlines_Item_Restrictions\" >American Airlines Item Restrictions<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tripbeam.com\/blog\/american-airlines-restricted-items\/#1_Alcoholic_Beverages\" >1. Alcoholic Beverages<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tripbeam.com\/blog\/american-airlines-restricted-items\/#2_Firearms\" >2. Firearms:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tripbeam.com\/blog\/american-airlines-restricted-items\/#3_Batteries\" >3. Batteries<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tripbeam.com\/blog\/american-airlines-restricted-items\/#_4_Cutting_Instruments\" >\u00a04. Cutting Instruments:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tripbeam.com\/blog\/american-airlines-restricted-items\/#5_Defense_Sprays\" >5. Defense Sprays:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tripbeam.com\/blog\/american-airlines-restricted-items\/#6_Drones\" >6. Drones:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tripbeam.com\/blog\/american-airlines-restricted-items\/#7_Animal_products\" >7. Animal products:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tripbeam.com\/blog\/american-airlines-restricted-items\/#8_Flammable_Items\" >8. Flammable Items:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tripbeam.com\/blog\/american-airlines-restricted-items\/#9_Household_Items\" >9. Household Items:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tripbeam.com\/blog\/american-airlines-restricted-items\/#10_Lighters_and_Matches\" >10. Lighters and Matches:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tripbeam.com\/blog\/american-airlines-restricted-items\/#11_Personal_Care_Items\" >11. Personal Care Items<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 id=\"uid6\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"American_Airlines_Item_Restrictions\"><\/span><strong>American Airlines Item Restrictions<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<h3 id=\"uid7\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Alcoholic_Beverages\"><\/span><strong>1. Alcoholic Beverages<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-12596\" title=\"Alcoholic Beverages\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tripbeam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/Alcoholic-Beverages.jpg\" alt=\"Alcoholic Beverages\" width=\"800\" height=\"500\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tripbeam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/Alcoholic-Beverages.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.tripbeam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/Alcoholic-Beverages-235x147.jpg 235w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><strong>(a)<\/strong> You can carry alcoholic drinks such as beer, wine, and similar products in the checked-in baggage.<\/p>\n<h3><\/h3>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong>(b)<\/strong> However, if you want to carry them on board, some restrictions are applicable.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong>(c)<\/strong> Each passenger can carry 5 liters of alcoholic beverage with strength not exceeding 70 percent by volume.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong>(d)<\/strong> However, customs regulations for different countries may vary. Hence, when you book <strong><em><a class=\"inset-skip\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tripbeam.com\/blog\/the-ultimate-guide-to-get-cheap-flight-tickets-to-anywhere\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">flight tickets <\/a><\/em><\/strong>to\u00a0your destination, check the customs rules.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong>(e)<\/strong> You cannot carry open containers.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong>(f)<\/strong> Alcoholic beverages above 140 proof.<\/p>\n<h3 id=\"uid9\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Firearms\"><\/span><strong>2. Firearms:<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-12597\" title=\"Firearms\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tripbeam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/Firearms.jpg\" alt=\"Firearms\" width=\"800\" height=\"500\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tripbeam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/Firearms.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.tripbeam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/Firearms-235x147.jpg 235w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><strong>(a)<\/strong> You cannot carry firearms such as rifles, handguns, shotguns, or other ammunition in the carry-on baggage. On the other hand, you can carry them in the checked-in baggage but with restrictions.<\/p>\n<p><strong>(b)<\/strong> You need to declare to the agent while you book air tickets, during check-in and when you are at the airport.<\/p>\n<p><strong>(c)<\/strong> Further, you can travel with up to 11 lbs or 5 kg ammunition in your checked luggage, strictly for the sporting purpose.<\/p>\n<p><strong>(d)<\/strong> Also, the same must be secured in the original manufacturer\u2019s packaging. Also, the package must be designed specifically to carry ammunition.<\/p>\n<h3 id=\"uid12\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Batteries\"><\/span><strong>3. Batteries<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-12598 size-full\" title=\"American Airlines Baggage Restrictions, Carry-On Luggage Restrictions, Check The List Of Restricted Items, Prohibited and restricted baggage items, prohibited items on flights, restricted items, what is allowed in a carry on bag\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tripbeam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/Batteries.jpg\" alt=\"Batteries\" width=\"800\" height=\"500\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tripbeam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/Batteries.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.tripbeam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/Batteries-235x147.jpg 235w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><strong>(a)<\/strong> Remove batteries from your device and pack them in separate bags to carry them onboard.<\/p>\n<p><strong>(b)<\/strong> Lithium batteries with power not exceeding 100 Wh (Watt-hour) can be a part of your hand baggage. There is no restriction on the number of batteries.<\/p>\n<p><strong>(c)<\/strong> You can carry a maximum of 2 spares of batteries with power 100-160 Wh.<\/p>\n<p><strong>(d)<\/strong> If you wish to travel with 160-300 Wh, you may need to contact special assistance.<\/p>\n<p><strong>(e)<\/strong> Lithium content must not exceed 2 grams per piece, in case of lithium metal battery.<\/p>\n<p><strong>(f)<\/strong> Damaged batteries, Automobile, boat, or aircraft batteries are not allowed on American Airlines flight.<\/p>\n<p><strong>(e)<\/strong> You can carry two spare batteries for personal use. For more information, you can visit the official website or check details while booking online USA air ticket deals.<\/p>\n<h3 id=\"uid14\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"_4_Cutting_Instruments\"><\/span><strong>\u00a04. Cutting Instruments:<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-12599 size-full\" title=\"American Airlines Baggage Restrictions, Carry-On Luggage Restrictions, Check The List Of Restricted Items, Prohibited and restricted baggage items, prohibited items on flights, restricted items, what is allowed in a carry on bag\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tripbeam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/Cutting-Instruments.jpg\" alt=\"Cutting Instruments\" width=\"800\" height=\"500\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tripbeam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/Cutting-Instruments.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.tripbeam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/Cutting-Instruments-235x147.jpg 235w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><strong>(a)<\/strong> You can carry sharp objects such as knives, box cutters, ice picks, etc. in your checked-in bag.<\/p>\n<p><strong>(b)<\/strong> Also, you can carry safety razors and plastic cutlery in your hand baggage.<\/p>\n<h3 id=\"uid16\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_Defense_Sprays\"><\/span><strong>5. Defense Sprays:<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-12600 size-full\" title=\"American Airlines Baggage Restrictions, Carry-On Luggage Restrictions, Check The List Of Restricted Items, Prohibited and restricted baggage items, prohibited items on flights, restricted items, what is allowed in a carry on bag\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tripbeam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/Defense-Sprays.jpg\" alt=\"Defense Sprays\" width=\"800\" height=\"500\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tripbeam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/Defense-Sprays.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.tripbeam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/Defense-Sprays-235x147.jpg 235w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><strong>(a)<\/strong> You cannot fly on an American Airlines flight with pepper spray, mace, tear-gas, or any other kind of defense sprays are not allowed.<\/p>\n<h3 id=\"uid18\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_Drones\"><\/span><strong>6. Drones:<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-12601 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tripbeam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/Drones.jpg\" alt=\"Drones\" width=\"800\" height=\"500\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tripbeam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/Drones.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.tripbeam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/Drones-235x147.jpg 235w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/>Usually, you cannot carry drones with you. However, American Airlines provides some of the best flight deals that allow you to carry drones, but with restrictions.<\/p>\n<p>For instance, the drone battery must not exceed 160 Wh. Also, you can take the drone onboard if the box dimensions do not exceed 22 inches x 14 inches x 9 inches.<\/p>\n<h3 id=\"uid20\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"7_Animal_products\"><\/span><strong>7. Animal products:<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-12602 size-full\" title=\"American Airlines Baggage Restrictions, Carry-On Luggage Restrictions, Check The List Of Restricted Items, Prohibited and restricted baggage items, prohibited items on flights, restricted items, what is allowed in a carry on bag\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tripbeam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/Animal-products.jpg\" alt=\"Animal products\" width=\"800\" height=\"500\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tripbeam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/Animal-products.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.tripbeam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/Animal-products-235x147.jpg 235w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/>If you have booked\u00a0<strong><em><a class=\"inset-skip\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tripbeam.com\/offers\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">air ticket deals<\/a><\/em><\/strong>\u00a0to Europe, you cannot transport some products of animal origin due to restrictions laid by the European Union (EU). These may include cheese, lard, meat, and so on.<\/p>\n<h3 id=\"uid22\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"8_Flammable_Items\"><\/span><strong>8. Flammable Items:<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-12603 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tripbeam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/Flammable-Items.jpg\" alt=\"Flammable Items\" width=\"800\" height=\"500\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tripbeam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/Flammable-Items.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.tripbeam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/Flammable-Items-235x147.jpg 235w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/>Flammable solids or liquids are strictly prohibited. These may include items such as<em><strong><a class=\"inset-skip\" href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Flammable_liquid\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">\u00a0flammable<\/a><\/strong><\/em>\u00a0glues\/epoxies, fuel, paints, gas torches, and so on.<\/p>\n<h3 id=\"uid24\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"9_Household_Items\"><\/span><strong>9. Household Items:<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-12604 size-full\" title=\"American Airlines Baggage Restrictions, Carry-On Luggage Restrictions, Check The List Of Restricted Items, Prohibited and restricted baggage items, prohibited items on flights, restricted items, what is allowed in a carry on bag\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tripbeam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/Household-Items.jpg\" alt=\"Household Items\" width=\"800\" height=\"500\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tripbeam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/Household-Items.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.tripbeam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/Household-Items-235x147.jpg 235w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/>Sometimes, when you have to fly to international destinations for a longer duration, you tend to bring household items.<\/p>\n<p>However, while traveling with American Airlines, you cannot carry household items such as spray starch, insecticides, aerosols, bleach, solvents, oven, or bathroom cleaners, drain cleaners, etc.<\/p>\n<p id=\"uid26\">Therefore, before catching<strong>\u00a0<a class=\"inset-skip\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tripbeam.com\/flights-from-new-york-to-india\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><em>New York to Hyderabad flights<\/em><\/a><\/strong>\u00a0or flying on international routes and staying for a long duration, ensure you don\u2019t have such articles with you.<\/p>\n<h3 id=\"uid27\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"10_Lighters_and_Matches\"><\/span><strong>10. Lighters and Matches:<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-12605 size-full\" title=\"American Airlines Baggage Restrictions, Carry-On Luggage Restrictions, Check The List Of Restricted Items, Prohibited and restricted baggage items, prohibited items on flights, restricted items, what is allowed in a carry on bag\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tripbeam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/Lighters-and-Matches.jpg\" alt=\"Lighters and Matches\" width=\"800\" height=\"500\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tripbeam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/Lighters-and-Matches.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.tripbeam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/Lighters-and-Matches-235x147.jpg 235w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/>American Airlines restrict articles such as grill lighters, matches, or lighters in the checked-in\u00a0luggage. However, you can carry these inside your hand baggage.<\/p>\n<p id=\"uid29\">If you have booked<em><strong><a class=\"inset-skip\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tripbeam.com\/flights-to-india\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">\u00a0Indian flights\u00a0<\/a><\/strong><\/em>or flights to any other country except Japan, you can take one book of safety matches.<\/p>\n<p>Further, you may also bring unsealed \u2018Zippo style\u2019 and common \u2018Bic style\u2019 lighters.<\/p>\n<h3 id=\"uid30\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"11_Personal_Care_Items\"><\/span><strong>11. Personal Care Items<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-12606 size-full\" title=\"American Airlines Baggage Restrictions, Carry-On Luggage Restrictions, Check The List Of Restricted Items, Prohibited and restricted baggage items, prohibited items on flights, restricted items, what is allowed in a carry on bag\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tripbeam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/Personal-Care-Items.jpg\" alt=\"Personal Care Items\" width=\"800\" height=\"500\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.tripbeam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/Personal-Care-Items.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.tripbeam.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/12\/Personal-Care-Items-235x147.jpg 235w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><strong>(a)<\/strong> You can carry items of personal care such as aerosol deodorant, cologne, perfume, hair spray, etc. on American Airlines flights.<\/p>\n<p><strong>(b)<\/strong> You can carry them on board if they are in 3.4-ounce containers or smaller.<\/p>\n<p><strong>(c)<\/strong> Also, secure them in a clear, plastic bag or a zip-bag.<\/p>\n<p><strong>(d)<\/strong> To carry personal care items in your checked-in luggage, the total volume of the items must not exceed 70 ounces.<\/p>\n<p><strong>(e)<\/strong> Also, each container must not contain fluid exceeding 16 fluid ounces.<\/p>\n<p id=\"uid32\">While you surf\u00a0<strong><a class=\"inset-skip\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tripbeam.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><em>websites for flight deals<\/em><\/a>,<\/strong>\u00a0do not forget to visit the official website of the airline you are traveling with.<\/p>\n<p>Look for important information such as a list of restricted items, prohibited items, check-in, cancellation, and other policies.<\/p>\n<p id=\"uid33\">Being aware of such details will save you a lot of hassle and contribute to the pleasant flight experience.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>While traveling by air, you need to be cautious of the articles you carry with you. Since you will be flying many thousand feet above the ground, some items such as batteries can be hazardous. Hence, security and screening at airports are vital. Although most of the restricted items are similar, there may be some variations on account of different airlines. This article will serve as an in-depth guide for Airlines restricted items for the world\u2019s largest air carrier, American Airlines. American Airlines Item Restrictions 1. Alcoholic Beverages (a) You can carry alcoholic drinks such as beer, wine, and similar products in the checked-in baggage. (b) However, if you want to carry them on board, some restrictions are applicable. 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